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1997 BMW 3 Series

5. Turn ignition switch to on and off 5 times ending in off.(do not start the car turn to just before starting) Your alarm light will turn on and the siren on the alarm will chirp to let you know it is ready. (this can also be used to test if you have the alarm)

6. Open the drivers door stay in the seat close the drivers door.

7. Press any button on the remote. The light will flash to indicate your remote has been programmed.

8. Repeat steps 6 & 7 to program any other remotes, up to 4 remotes a car.

9. To exit program mode open drivers door leave the door open. Close the trunk lid and close the drivers door the siren should chirp again and the red light will shut off. Test your remotes to make sure they work right. ******Note all the steps from 2 - 5 must be done within 45 seconds. Step 5 must be done within 10 seconds.